Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Difficulty with moving

muscle or bone pain

muscle stiffness

pain in the joints

pain, localized

Less common

Arm, back, or jaw pain

chest pain or discomfort

chills

cough

dark-colored urine

diarrhea

difficult or labored breathing

ear congestion

fast or irregular heartbeat

fever

general feeling of discomfort or illness

headache

loss of appetite

muscle cramps or spasms

muscular tenderness, wasting, or weakness

nasal congestion

nausea

runny nose

shivering

sneezing

sore throat

sweating

swollen joints

tightness in the chest

trouble with sleeping

unusual tiredness or weakness

vomiting

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

Stomach pain

Less common

Acid or sour stomach

belching

bloated or full feeling

blurred vision or other changes in vision

difficult or painful urination

difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)

dizziness

double vision

fear or nervousness

feeling sad or empty

increased urge to urinate during the night

irritability

loss of interest or pleasure

pain in the chest below the breastbone

passing gas

rash

stomach discomfort or upset

tiredness

trouble concentrating

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.